Sony India launches new walkman at Rs 8,990
Written by : IANS | Mon, Jun 12, 2017, 04:54 PM
New Delhi, June 12: Sony India on Monday launched its new "WS623 Walkman" with Bluetooth wireless technology at Rs 8,990. The wearable device comes with an IP65/68 rating and functions even in sea water. It can function underwater up to a depth of two meters and continue working for up to 30 minutes, the company claimed in a statement.
"WS623 Walkman" can endure extreme temperatures from -5°C to 45°C -- making it ideal during a hike or climb. By enabling 'Ambient Sound Mode', one can stay in touch with the surroundings and utilize in-built microphones to pick up external voices and sounds in the surrounding environment.
The device will be available at Sony Centres and electronic stores from June 15. WS623 Walkman comes with up to 4GB storage space on board for storing music on board. On the battery front, Sony is claiming that just a three-minute quick charge will allow for 60 minutes playback on the device.
Overall, Sony is promising 12-hour battery life with the WS623. The Bluetooth connectivity also allows users to take calls from their smartphone. Sony’s WS623 sports Walkman will go on sale in India from June 15, 2017, at a price of Rs 8,990.